Canon has launched its new PowerShot S95, SD4500 IS, and SX130 IS cameras, featuring high-definition video recording and improved low-light capabilities.

Canon has taken the wraps off three new PowerShot digital cameras: the PowerShot S95, PowerShot SD4500 IS, and PowerShot SX130 IS. The cameras aim to appeal to different segments of the consumer camera marketing, bringing a range of power, flexibility, and portability along with high-definition video capture and improved low-light shooting.

“Image quality consistently remains a top priority at Canon and with each generation of PowerShot cameras, we look to build the features and technology that will best improve a customer’s experience with our cameras,” said Canon U.S.A. Consumer Imaging Group executive VP and general manager Yuichi Ishizuka, in a statement.

All three new PowerShots have the ability to shoot high-definition video, complete with a new “Miniature Effects” movie mode that shows large objects with tiny proportions—Canon touts the feature as a “creative way to play back video.”

The PowerShot S95 sports a 10 megapixel resolution, 3-inch display, tracking autofocus (plus face detection), 720p video capture, and a 3.8× optical zoom. The S95 also features Canon’s Hybrid IS image stabilization technology to prevent blur from camera motion and shaking, and sports an in-camera high dynamic range (HDR) scene mode to capture scenes that have both intense darks and intense lights. The S95 can also save RAW images, and features a manual control ring on the front of the camera, giving more control to advanced shooters. Canon says the S95 should be available late this month for a suggested price of $399.99.

Next up, the PowerShot SD4500 IS sports a 10× optical zoom with optical image stabilization for those tight zooms and distance shots, as well as the ability to capture 1080p video capture. The SD4500 IS offers a 10 megapixel resolution, auto scene selection, autofocus with face detection, and a 3-inch LCD display. The SD4500 also features a dynamic image stabilization more to stabilize video capture while the photographer is moving; the camera can also shoot up to 240 frames per second for a slow-motion mode, and features a high-speed burst mode of up to 8.4 fps for action photography. Canon expects the camera to ship in early September for a suggested price of $349.99.

Finally, the PowerShot SX130 IS sports a telephoto lens with a 12× optical zoom and 720p video capture capability, along with four creative modes—Miniature, Fisheye, Poster, and Super Vivid—designed to make photographer more fun. The SX130 offers a 12.1 megapixel resolution, smart auto modes, face and blink detection, and ISO sensitivity down to 1600. Canon expects the camera will be available in late August for an estimated price of $249.99.

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  1. James at 9:43pm 19th November 2010 The Canon PowerShot S95 is the best compact digital camera, bar none! I have the Canon Digital Rebel which is totally awesome, but I can't always take it with me like I can the PowerShot s95. It takes clear and bright pictures, even in low light. The close up function is blur free and it is a great point and shoot camera. It can easily fit into my pocket, so I do end up taking it everywhere and capturing that "Canon" moment. The video camera is really good and the full stereo audio will not leave you speechless (loud and clear!) Overall the best digicam on the market! I did a review on squidoo on the http://www.squidoo.com/s95-canon-powershot-best-i....
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